Officials began that effort this week by reinstating complimentary SuperShuttle service between the Bob Hope Airport and Downtown Burbank Metrolink Station.

Those traveling to the downtown station don't need reservations; while those heading from downtown to catch a flight should make advanced reservations, officials said. The stops are located at the airport shuttle island and near the downtown station bus platform.

Commissioners agreed to spend $10 per person for a shared ride and a $25 flat rate for dedicated, nonstop service, said airport spokesman Victor Gill.

"We're going to pay for this because it's in the best interest of the community," said Glendale City Councilman Frank Quintero, the commission's president. "I consider this as taking the first steps to become an important, regional transportation hub and a way to take passenger cars off of Burbank streets."

The transportation center is slated to go before the Burbank City Council next month for a series of entitlements.

"I really believe that project makes sense," Quintero said. "No. 1, it's totally green. And No. 2, this will work overtime with tourists and other people traveling from out of town. With European travelers the circuit includes the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas and San Diego. We want to make Burbank part of that experience."